Bed bugs are a traveller's nightmare and are often thought of as a consequence of staying in cheap accommodation.
But the truth is they can appear anywhere and they're right here in New Zealand.
Bug expert Mark McDonald says people who travel overseas often stay in cheap accommodation and bring back the bugs.
Mr McDonald says most bed bugs hide in bed bases or the wall.
He says the bedbug problem is on the increase in New Zealand.
Watch the video for the full interview with Mark McDonald.